Tequila Old Fashioned

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A Tequila Old Fashioned is a unique twist on the classic whiskey cocktail. Aged añejo tequila keeps this elegant drink smooth and boozy, while the two types of bitters create a more nuanced flavor profile. 

What Is an Old Fashioned Cocktail? 

The IBA defines an Old Fashioned as a classic cocktail that’s made with rye or bourbon whiskey, a sugar cube, angostura bitters, and a splash of water. It’s traditionally garnished with an orange slice or twist and a cocktail cherry. 

To make a whiskey Old Fashioned, a sugar cube is saturated with bitters and water, then muddled before the whiskey is poured over the top. It’s incredibly simple, but that’s the beauty of an Old Fashioned cocktail! 

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